P2.3.6 - Turning Forces (moments) Flashcards

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Label the arrows to show which girl causes a clockwise turning force and which causes an anticlockwise turning force.

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What is the equation for calculating moments?

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Moment (Nm) = Force (N) x Distance from Pivot (m)

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What is the law of moments?

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That when the anticlockwise and clockwise moments are the same, the object is in equilibrium.

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A turning force involves a force acting over a certain distance from a _____

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A turning force involves a force acting over a certain distance from a pivot.

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What is the scientific name for a turning force?

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A moment.

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Add the labels: pivot, distance and force to the correct spaces.

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A balanced see-saw is said to be in…

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equilibrium

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What is the moment of the man on the right?

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moment = force x distance from pivot

moment = 1000N x 0.5m

moment = 500 Nm

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What is the momemnt of the girl on the left?

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moment = force x distance from pivot

moment = 500N x 1m

moment = 500 Nm

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What are the units of a moment (turning force)?

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Newton metres (Nm)

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Newton centimetres (Ncm)

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